How to Love

By Anonymous

Image Credit: Beth S., Marblehead, MA

Indulge the bittersweet chocolate hearts, Embrace the bodies of your loved, Finger the wrinkles of every hand, Kiss the tears on the faces of your loved, Cling to the waist of those you have, Listen intently to the humming air, Laugh and joke over the melting candle, Save all the blotted holiday cards and rusted photos, Cry soft tears at each parting hug, And forever remember the loved and lovers alike.

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